Off-Topic Wireless Printer

SpiritYogi · 01-05-22, 09:16 AM

I currently have a wired printer and am thinking of switching to a wireless printer. I don't do a lot of printing (approximately 15 pages per week) but would like a model that is reliable, reasonably priced (both the unit and the ink; no more than $50 outlay for printer itself).

Or, if anyone has switched from wired to wireless and regreted it, please let me know why.

Joni O · 01-05-22, 04:19 PM

I have an HP Office Jet Pro 6960 that's a few years old. I think it was in your price range. I don't print much either, but it's nice to be able to print from my phone and iPad in addition to wired or wireless from my desktop computer. It serves the purpose. There have likely been a couple newer models since mine.

Helen · 01-05-22, 04:59 PM

Don't have a specific suggestion, as ours is large, but going wireless is great! Printing from the phone or laptop is SO convenient. You'll love it.

Will praise brands though:
My old printer (oooh, well over 10 years) is a Canon. Still connected to computer, as it prints onto DVDs using a tray. Never missed a beat.

Our wireless is our second Brother (older one taken to our farm, not broken) and also never had a problem. Hooked up with ease, always works.

Pat58 · 01-05-22, 06:38 PM

I have a small HP Envy, bought it at Best Buy during a sale. Don't recall price but it was under $100. Very reliable. Sometimes it drops the wireless connection and I have to re-enter the password, other than that no complaints.

jusca · 01-05-22, 10:24 PM

epson workforce series has been a good buy for me. it's nearly 10 years old and works flawlessly with all my computers and mobile devices. the epson app is updated frequently.

SpiritYogi · 01-06-22, 10:50 AM

Thank you for all the suggestions!

I should have added that I don't need an all-in-one, just the printer itself since I don't require a scanner or copier and need something small for my home office.

warriorprincess · 01-06-22, 02:18 PM

As someone who only prints something every few months, I would never buy an inkjet printer again. Pretty much every single time I go to print something, the jets have dried up and I have to buy new ink. I finally broke down and bought a laser jet a couple of years ago. But if you're printing 15 pages a week, an inkjet should work fine for you. Just putting this out there for people who print like me.

unfetteredpast · 01-06-22, 03:14 PM

I have a Canon D570 -- it's an "all-in-one" printer, copier and scanner. It was $150 at Best Buy last summer, so higher than your price range, but I wanted the copying and scanning capabilities. I love it. Being able to print from the phone, tablet or laptop is just what I wanted. It does double-sided printing, too, so I save on paper.

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01-05-22, 09:16 AM
SpiritYogi Join Date: May 2002 Location: Spiritual Bliss	Wireless Printer I currently have a wired printer and am thinking of switching to a wireless printer. I don't do a lot of printing (approximately 15 pages per week) but would like a model that is reliable, reasonably priced (both the unit and the ink; no more than $50 outlay for printer itself). Or, if anyone has switched from wired to wireless and regreted it, please let me know why.

01-05-22, 04:19 PM
Joni O VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities, MN	I have an HP Office Jet Pro 6960 that's a few years old. I think it was in your price range. I don't print much either, but it's nice to be able to print from my phone and iPad in addition to wired or wireless from my desktop computer. It serves the purpose. There have likely been a couple newer models since mine.

01-05-22, 04:59 PM
Helen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia	Don't have a specific suggestion, as ours is large, but going wireless is great! Printing from the phone or laptop is SO convenient. You'll love it. Will praise brands though: My old printer (oooh, well over 10 years) is a Canon. Still connected to computer, as it prints onto DVDs using a tray. Never missed a beat. Our wireless is our second Brother (older one taken to our farm, not broken) and also never had a problem. Hooked up with ease, always works. __________________ 2024: 👏 STRIVE rather than settle.👏 💪STRONG rather than soft.💪 • No exercise can compensate for a poor diet. 😖 • Walking is phenomenally good for me. 😊 • Resistance training is critical. 💯 ¹ Walk first ² Weights next ³ Cardio for fun ⁴ Add stretch & balance.

01-05-22, 06:38 PM
Pat58 VF Supporter Join Date: May 2002 Location: Connecticut	I have a small HP Envy, bought it at Best Buy during a sale. Don't recall price but it was under $100. Very reliable. Sometimes it drops the wireless connection and I have to re-enter the password, other than that no complaints.

01-05-22, 10:24 PM
jusca Join Date: Aug 2011	epson workforce series has been a good buy for me. it's nearly 10 years old and works flawlessly with all my computers and mobile devices. the epson app is updated frequently.

01-06-22, 10:50 AM
SpiritYogi Join Date: May 2002 Location: Spiritual Bliss	Thank you for all the suggestions! I should have added that I don't need an all-in-one, just the printer itself since I don't require a scanner or copier and need something small for my home office.

01-06-22, 02:18 PM
warriorprincess Join Date: Aug 2002	As someone who only prints something every few months, I would never buy an inkjet printer again. Pretty much every single time I go to print something, the jets have dried up and I have to buy new ink. I finally broke down and bought a laser jet a couple of years ago. But if you're printing 15 pages a week, an inkjet should work fine for you. Just putting this out there for people who print like me. __________________ Nancy S. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* You're only 1 workout away from a good mood.

01-06-22, 03:14 PM
unfetteredpast Join Date: Dec 2008	I have a Canon D570 -- it's an "all-in-one" printer, copier and scanner. It was $150 at Best Buy last summer, so higher than your price range, but I wanted the copying and scanning capabilities. I love it. Being able to print from the phone, tablet or laptop is just what I wanted. It does double-sided printing, too, so I save on paper.